Plant Nematology Lab Student Assistant - Mitchum Lab

Position Information

Classification Title Student Assistant FLSA Non-Exempt UGA Job Code FTE .50

Minimum Qualifications Position Summary

The Plant Nematology Lab Assistant position will support laboratory and greenhouse research related to plant diseases and the biology of their causal agents under the direction of a faculty member and/or lab manager/post-docs/graduate students. Duties include, but are not limited to, planting and processing of plants for screening for nematode resistance, including labeling tags, packaging and germination of seed, harvesting seed, filling pots with soil, soaking and processing roots for nematode analysis;

assisting with plant and/or nematode care by watering of plants in greenhouses and growth chambers, including short periods on a rotational basis during assigned weekends; assisting with lab maintenance and chores, including washing and sterilize pots, stocking supplies, cleaning the lab, disposing of plant material; assisting with prepping, steaming, and disposal of soil.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

Prior experience working with plants is desirable, but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Interest in crop/plant science, plant pathology, plant biology, soil science, or a related field who is self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented, enthusiastic and eager to learn, manages time well, and is reliable. Excellent verbal communication skills are required.

Physical Demands

Must have multi-hour blocks of availability M-F and availability on weekends on a rotational basis to water and care for plants. Must have the ability stand for prolonged periods of time and work under the warmer temperatures of a greenhouse setting while doing technical tasks.

Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a requirement of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

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Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Melissa Mitchum Recruitment Contact Email Melissa.

Mitchum Recruitment Contact Phone

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

* Resume/CV

Optional Documents

* Cover Letter

* Unofficial Transcripts

* List of References with Contact Information

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